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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: January 14, 2025, 10:57:01 am »

I would boot up the disc and memory card in another console and see if it has the same issues at the same fail points.

The guy failed with 3 different copies of the same game though

also movie dvd's generally lower production quality and bad batches.

Yep. That’s why I suggested trying a different console. It doesn’t sound like a disc issue.
If the other console craps out in same spot though, you’ll know for sure without having to try resurfacing or replacing system parts.

Why don't you think it's a disc issue?

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 07:45:49 am »

I was able to get to Evrae in my last copy of FFX, which I'd estimate to be the halfway point of the game, and I think this copy might be in about the same shape or better.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 07:12:38 am »

Do you think it's more likely my PS2, then?

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 07:04:09 am »

I don't see any stores near me that offer CD/DVD repair.

I looked at the bottom, which has a lot of sticky paper residue, and it says SCPH-7500.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:59:26 am »

I got the PS2 back in 2021. It should still be in relatively good shape, right?

was it used from somebody else or brand new?

Considering it's 2021 I find it hard to believe it was brand new. would cost quite a bit if that's the case.

also phat or slim version?

disc repair, go to some shops or stores that offer a disc repair service, usually should only cost a few bucks.

Pre-owned, and a Slim.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:56:17 am »

I got the PS2 back in 2021. It should still be in relatively good shape, right?

How do you recommend I clean out the scratches?

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:54:25 am »

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:53:32 am »

I edited my post, FYI.

Looked at it. It has quite a few scratches, but PS2 discs are supposed to be pretty hardy, as someone else said.

Please delete the last post.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:49:32 am »

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

Looked at it. It has quite a few scratches, but PS2 discs are supposed to be pretty hardy, as someone else said.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:45:20 am »

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 31, 2024, 06:37:13 am »

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

that do be interesting to hear, it is however one of the most heavy games on the system with more data however. I highly doubt it's the game's fault if you tried 3 in nice shape.

It doesn't seem to be in TOO bad shape.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 30, 2024, 06:56:13 pm »

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 30, 2024, 06:00:02 pm »

My copy of Persona 4, which I didn't think would run at all because it's in worse shape than my copy of FFX, runs fine.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 30, 2024, 09:33:40 am »

My copy of Beyond Good and Evil had moments where sounds would repeat, and 1 or 2 moments where a level wouldn't load, but I was still able to beat it.

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General / Re: Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

« on: December 30, 2024, 06:54:03 am »

Not sure if you tried yet, but try hitting triangle at PS2 menu and adjusting texture mapping and disc speed. If the game discs look perfect. Then take a Q Tip gently with 70 percent isopropyl alcohol and dont soak it. But damp it. Let it air dry slightly than gently clean the eye of the ps2 optical drive. (If you have a slim. If you have a phat you may need to get one of those disc eye cleaners)


If a console fails to load 3 different discs. Its almost always the console sadly. But a good eye clean, disassembly and dusting can do wonders.

You think it's the console? Like I said, my other games work fine.